Harry Potter News

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Video Game Preview: the Dementors, the Veil, the Ministry and More

Aug 29, 2006

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

Uncategorized

Leaky visited the London studio where production on the Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix video game is taking place recently, and now has a fully detailed report available here. In this report you’ll find a breakdown of which scenes are included in the game, the tack the producers are taking regarding its …read more!

PotterCast #53 Now Online

Aug 29, 2006

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

Uncategorized

At long last, PotterCast #53 is up! In this PotterCast, we have our last installment of our Matt Lewis interview, and much more. To listen, just hit the “Play” button on the right side of the page (—>), or use iTunes, or direct download.) More notes: -Matt Lewis is back for the third and final …read more!

More Order of the Phoenix International Release Dates

Aug 28, 2006

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

Uncategorized

WB has confirmed the following three released dates for Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Denmark: July 13 Belgium: July 11 Poland: July 20 The release date list now is as follows: July 11: Belgium France July 12: Germany Australia July 13: Denmark Ireland United Kingdom United States July 20: Bulgaria Poland

David Yates Film “The Girl in the Cafe” Wins Emmy Award

Aug 27, 2006

Posted by: SueTLC

Uncategorized

At the Emmy Awards tonight, “The Girl in the Cafe,” directed by Order of the Phoenix director David Yates, was named “Best Made for TV Movie,” along with a win for “Best Writing,” and an acting award for supporting actress Kelly Macdonald. Mr. Yates, who had been named as a contender in the “Best Director” …read more!

Dan Radcliffe to Star in New ITV Drama “My Boy Jack”

Aug 27, 2006

Posted by: SueTLC

Uncategorized

Actor Daniel Radcliffe is set to star in a new drama for ITV called “My Boy Jack.” According to DanRadcliffe.co.uk and DanRadcliffe.com, Dan will play the part of Jack in this film “about the son of Rudyard Kipling, one of Britain’s most prolific writers and whose legendary storytelling continues to delight millions today. The drama …read more!

Rumor: “Weasley is Our King” Deposed from Phoenix Film

Aug 27, 2006

Posted by: SueTLC

Uncategorized

Reports are now online regarding the Qudditch subplot from Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, and the beloved “Weasley is our King” Keeper story for Ron. MuggleNet is reporting that “there is no storyline in the movie surrounding Ron’s Quidditch hardships, nor has there been any filming on broomsticks done by Rupert. We’re …read more!

New Pics from “Driving Lessons” PhotoCall

Aug 27, 2006

Posted by: SueTLC

Uncategorized

There are now some new pictures online of actor Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) and Julie Walters (Molly Weasley) at a press photocall for their new film Driving Lessons, which screened this weekend at the Edinburgh Film Festival. You can see these photos here, via HPANA. Thanks guys!

New Gentle Giant Harry Potter Collection Statues for 2007

Aug 27, 2006

Posted by: SueTLC

Uncategorized

Gentle Giant Ltd, makers of a Harry Potter collection of statues and mini busts, have now announced two new products for 2007. These will include new mini busts of Mad-Eye Moody and Hagrid, which will be available in February of next year. It is also believed they will be releasing a Voldemort one later next …read more!

Rickman, Thompson to Attend Toronto Film Festival

Aug 27, 2006

Posted by: SueTLC

Uncategorized

Several actors from the Harry Potter movies are due to attend the Toronto Film Festival next month. Set to appear are actor Alan Rickman (Professor Snape) and actress Emma Thompson (Professor Trelawney). Cashback, the new full length film starring actor Sean Biggerstaff (Oliver Wood) is due to make it’s world premiere at the film festival. …read more!

TV Watch Tonight: Emmy Awards, Henderson on BBC America

Aug 27, 2006

Posted by: SueTLC

Uncategorized

Many readers have emailed about Shirley Henderson’s (Moaning Myrtle) appearance on BBC America tonight in a modern retelling of the Shakespeare classic play “The Taming of the Shrew.” In this new movie, Shirley co-stars with Rufus Sewell as “a ruthless politician with no time for romance, make-up or vanity.” Taming of the Shrew airs tonight …read more!



The Leaky Cauldron is not associated with J.K. Rowling, Warner Bros., or any of the individuals or companies associated with producing and publishing Harry Potter books and films.